ओणम् Significance & Spiritual Meaning
ओणम् — केरळाचो सगळ्यांत व्हडलो उत्सव, मलयाळम चिङ्ङम म्हयन्यांत (ऑगस्ट-सप्टेंबर) धा दीस मनयतात. वर्साक एकदां असुर राय महाबली आपल्या प्रजेक भेट दिवपाक पाताळांतल्यान येता म्हण लोक मानतात. पुकळम् (फुलांच्यो रांगोळयो), ओणसद्या (२६ पदार्थांचें केळ्याच्या पानांचेर जेवण), वळ्ळम् कळी (नाव शर्यत), थिरुवाथिराकळी नाच — ओणमाचीं वैशिश्ट्यां.
ओणम् Mythology & Legend
According to the Bhagavata Purana, the asura king Mahabali (Bali) was pushed into the netherworld by Vamana (Vishnu's dwarf avatar). Pleased with Bali's devotion, Vishnu granted him a boon to visit his people once a year. Onam is that day when Kerala welcomes him with feasts and flowers.
ओणम् 2025 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- At dawn, draw Pookalam (flower rangoli) at the entrance; add a new layer each day during the ten-day celebration.
- Prepare the Onam sadya (feast) with traditional dishes on banana leaves.
- Wear new clothes (Kasavu saree or mundu); participate in Vallam Kali (boat race) if available.
- Perform Thrikkakarayappan (Vamana) puja; swing and sing Onam songs (Onappattu).
- On Thiruvonam day, lay the full sadya and welcome King Mahabali.
ओणम् Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ नमो भगवते वामनाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāmanāya
Salutations to Lord Vamana
ओणम् Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Onam Sadya (multiple courses)
- ●Parippu curry
- ●Sambar
- ●Avial
- ●Payasam
- ●Banana
ओणम् Regional Celebrations across India
Kerala(ഓണം)
Pookalam, Sadya, Vallam Kali, Pulikali
Tamil Nadu (Kerala diaspora)(ഓണം)
Similar observance
ओणम् Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Draw Pookalam
- ✓Prepare or partake in Sadya
- ✓Wear traditional dress
- ✓Welcome the spirit of Mahabali
Don'ts
- ✗Do not skip the flower arrangement
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the tradition
- ✗Do not waste the feast
ओणम् — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ओणम्?
- ओणम् — केरळाचो सगळ्यांत व्हडलो उत्सव, मलयाळम चिङ्ङम म्हयन्यांत (ऑगस्ट-सप्टेंबर) धा दीस मनयतात.
- When is ओणम् 2025?
- In 2025, ओणम् falls on 2025 M09 5, Fri.
- What are the ओणम् puja rituals?
- At dawn, draw Pookalam (flower rangoli) at the entrance; add a new layer each day during the ten-day celebration.; Prepare the Onam sadya (feast) with traditional dishes on banana leaves.; Wear new clothes (Kasavu saree or mundu); participate in Vallam Kali (boat race) if available.; Perform Thrikkakarayappan (Vamana) puja; swing and sing Onam songs (Onappattu).
- What to eat on ओणम्?
- Onam Sadya (multiple courses), Parippu curry, Sambar, Avial, Payasam
- What should you do on ओणम्?
- Draw Pookalam; Prepare or partake in Sadya; Wear traditional dress
- What should you avoid on ओणम्?
- Do not skip the flower arrangement; Avoid disrespect to the tradition; Do not waste the feast
- Which deity is worshipped on ओणम्?
- ओणम् is dedicated to महाबली, वामन (विष्णू).
Upcoming ओणम् Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
ओणम् is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 M08 26 | Wed | 05:50 pm | — |
| 2027 M09 12 | Sun | 04:29 pm | — |